Director of Community Development
- Salary: $154,932 USD Annually
- Salary Top:$245,640
- Negotiable/DOQ: Yes
- Apply By: Apr 04, 2025
- Full Time
- Community and Economic Development
- Planning and Development
-
Job Description
Director of Community Development
City of Monterey Park, California
Does working with an “unparalleled team of thriving, innovative, and inclusive leaders”…“to provide excellent service, foster growth and opportunity, and create a joyous collaborative environment” in an organization that values “communication, teamwork, respect, integrity and professionalism” call-out to you and sound like a City you’d want to work with? Are you a “can do” professional for achieving community and economic development goals?
The City of Monterey Park, California (population approximately 60,000) is looking for a Director of Community Development who is “big picture” and a leader/facilitator for moving the organization forward, working with others, and accomplishing City goals and objectives, not be a “regulator.” The typical background for the position is Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field (Master's degree is preferred) and at least 7 years of progressively responsible administrative and supervisory experience in public administration in a comparable position or other managerial capacity that includes supervision. Prior experience in both a Planning Department and Economic Department is preferable.. The annual salary range of the position is $154,932 to $245,640, and the City provides an excellent benefit package.
The City of Monterey Park is well recognized as a community oriented, culturally diverse and resilient city that is one of the best places to live and work in America. With a strong, supportive and embracing spirit among residents as well as businesses, good schools, a diverse population, convenient access to all corners of Los Angeles, as well as nearby recreational opportunities, Monterey Park is a vibrant, excellent community to call home and conduct commerce. The City is located adjacent to the Long Beach Freeway (710) on the west, the San Bernardino Freeway (Interstate 10) on the north, and the Pomona Freeway (State Highway 60) on the south which provide north-south and east-west access to all of Southern California.
To apply for this exciting career opportunity in a terrific organization, please visit our website at:
Peckham & McKenney
Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. Call Tony Dahlerbruch at (866) 912-1919 for more information. A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.
Filing deadline is April 4, 2025.
-
Job Requirements
see above
-
Special Instructions
Please visit our website at: www.peckhamandmckenney.com to apply for this opportunity.
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
-
ABOUT THE COMPANY
-
-
Peckham & McKenney
Show moreWith over 50 years of combined experience in executive search, management and local government, Peckham & McKenney brings a high level of understanding and service to their clients and candidates.
Peckham & McKenney provides Executive Search and Consulting services to local government agencies throughout the Western United States and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Lake Tahoe and a presence in Denver, CO.
Peckham & McKenney was established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must be dedicated to providing its clients and candidates with professional service, as well as a personal, hands-on approach. Our business philosophy centers upon the understanding that this is a "people" oriented industry and that attention to others' needs is the key to providing excellent customer service. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both clients and candidates with the utmost respect that they deserve.
-